Just one of the many reasons I love him!I just watched a movie that I am recommending to all of you....Fireproof (recommended to me by Anna-thanks!). I was blown over...not by the great acting, although it wasn't too bad, but by the realization that marriages are worth anything that you have to do to save them. In this movie, the price that Caleb (the husband) had to pay to save his marriage, was almost more than he could do. But after, struggling long and hard, and going through a "mighty change" in his heart and attitude, and by humbling himself enough to recognize that he was a large part of the problem, he was able to do it. He did it by following a plan recommended by his father called, the "Love Dare." I encourage you to watch this movie, or read the book, and consider looking into the Love Dare (you can find out more about this at www.fireproofingmymarriage.com/)
Just some thoughts on marriage. There is nothing like it! The world can view it as unnecessary or temporary, but the Lord views it as essential and permanent. That's why it is so important to choose wisely, and then work hard at making it work. No marriage is perfect. That is just a fact. But, there are always ways to make it better. That is what the Love Dare is all about...doing all you can to make it better, every single day. And that means that you make yourself be a better person; a less selfish person; a kinder person; a more loving person. When you concentrate on changing your attitude and actions, and not on your spouse's shortcomings, then you've got the right idea. It is like the scriptures tell us, "Why behold you the mote that is in your brother's eye, but consider not the beam that is in your own eye?"
I am married to a wonderful man....not a perfect one, but a thoughtful, caring one, who tries to make our marriage work. And it does. And if we want it to still be as wonderful for eternity as it is now, we will need to work on it each day. That is the challenge of a marriage. That is the joy of being married. It is worth "fireproofing" your marriage, no matter what.
5 comments:
This really does sound like a movie I would like to see. You and Dad have been a great example of marriage. In relief society on Sunday they stated that everything you do has an influence on someone else. Your example has helped me in my own marriage. Thank you for your prime example of a give and take relationship. Can't wait to see the movie.
That was so beautiful! I will have to check out the show
oops that last post was me I forgot to change the blog log in
I knew you'd like it!! Thank for the example you and dad have given us to always serve one another an allow each other to enjoy their talents and interests. I love you!
That was a really good movie!! It really made you think of the sacrifices that you really need to make to make it work for both of you! Thanks for you and dad being such a great example to me!
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